Events and Big Ideas - can you explain the importance of each of these in a few sentences?
The three Confederation conferences (p64-71)
Who was a part of the conferences, and who was not?
How was the map of Canada different in 1867 from today’s map?
The Dominion of Canada
Effects of Confederation
Building a railway (p90)
the National Policy (p88)
Red River Resistance (p78-80)
Numbered Treaties (p97)
The Northwest Rebellion (p106-111)
1 answer
Events such as the three Confederation conferences were crucial in shaping the political landscape of Canada, as they ultimately led to the formation of the Dominion of Canada in 1867. These conferences involved key political figures such as John A. Macdonald and George Brown, but also excluded Indigenous peoples and women from the decision-making process. The effects of Confederation, such as the building of the railway, the implementation of the National Policy, and the signing of the Numbered Treaties, all played significant roles in shaping the economic and social development of Canada. Additionally, events like the Red River Resistance and the Northwest Rebellion highlighted tensions between the Canadian government and Indigenous peoples, leading to important discussions and negotiations for reconciliation.